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July 14, 2021

Respectable resting place Pitman Cemetery, which contains the grave of a Revolutionary War veteran, has undergone an extensive restoration thanks to the local community

By Brett Auten For over 15 years, they have been trying to bring Pitman Cemetery back to some semblance of its former self.

Located near Highway K in Cottleville, the Pitman Cemetery is the resting place of one of St. Charles’ Revolutionary War veterans. Penny Pitman is a descendant of Thomas Pitman, the brother of John Pitman, the Revolutionary War Veteran, and with a little help from her friends, things are starting to take shape.

“Now, you can tell what it is,” she said. “It looks like a peaceful, respectful cemetery.

The difference is night and day and it looks Submitted photo Jacob’s Ladder Contractors (from left), William Snyder, Holly Snyder, and David Snyder, played a big part in restoring and fixing less like a storm came through.”

Pitman spearheaded the effort to restore headstone at the over-200-year-old Pitman Cemetery. and fix the headstone as she went about The cemetery had fallen in disrepair over a beautiful front entrance gate. All through and contacted other family members and 200 years and about 12 years ago the Saint construction, Lombardo Homes removed interested parties. She has received plenty of support, most notably, from the city of Charles Chapter of the Daughters of the brush, cut down dead trees, mowed the Cottleville, Pitman Funeral Homes, Jim Pit- American Revolution cleared out the brush grass and took care of the cemetery. The and reset some of the stones with the help of local Saint Charles Chapter of the DAR man and Eric Pitman.

Jacob’s Ladder is a reputable cemetery Ida and Carl Gerdiman, well known grave annually cleans the cemetery with the help restoration company located near Hunts- restorationists. And then the Boone-Duden of Lombardo Homes and the city of Cotville that played a big part in the process of Historical Society helped clean up and re- tleville. Prior to that, you had to march through a jungle of honeysuckle to reach it. restoring Pitman to its former elegance. The store some of the stones also.

When Lombardo Homes bought the “You had to take a machete and bushheadstones received new bases and were property for the Legacy at Patriot’s Ridge whack your way there from a church parkglued together as part of its reassembly.

Also, later this month, the Pitman Ceme- Subdivision, Scott Lewis explained to the ing lot,” Pitman said. “We are grateful for all tery will be one of 12 cemeteries featured in company the significance of the cemetery of the help.” a countywide Missouri Bicentennial Cem- and Lombardo decided to place a very nice ornamental fence around the cemetery and etery Tour.

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Submitted photos Pitman said that because of the efforts of The Pitman Cemetery has received a noticeable face lift over the summer. With plenty of help and TLC, the cemetery, located Scott Lewis, Historian for the city of Cot- near Highway K is close to returning to its former elegance. tleville, the importance of the area was not It is believed that about 30 people are tionary War under George Rogers Clark forgotten.

“We are fortunate that individuals and buried in the cemetery according to and fought with Daniel Boone at the battle groups like the DAR, Boone-Duden Histor- Boone-Duden Historical Society and that of Boonesborough. He served as St. Charles ical Society and the city of Cottleville have some enslaved people are buried there also. County Representative to the Missouri Conkept track of these early settlers who includ- Pitman and crew are finding new clues, it stitutional Convention for statehood, and served as first tobacco commissioner. He ed Revolutionary War veterans and preserve seems, on a weekly basis.

“The more you look, the more you find,” had come here with his family in 1811 from their graves,” Pitman said. “This is a family Kentucky following along the same pattern burying ground that might have been de- she said.

John Pitman served during the Revolu- as did Daniel Boone and his family. stroyed without that attention.”

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Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County awarded $20,000 to fuel St. Charles County’s young people’s bold ambitions

Submitted photo On June 28, Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County received a $20,000 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation to support more than 800 youth in St. Charles County.

On June 28, Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County received a $20,000 grant from the Taco Bell Foundation to support more than 800 youth in St. Charles County. The funds will go toward career/college prep sessions, mentoring, career exploration, technology, and other leadership programs that educate and inspire that next generation of leaders.

“We are honored to partner with the Taco Bell Foundation in championing the educational dreams of our young people,” said Karen Englert, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County. “The vision we share with the Taco Bell Foundation is one in which every young person has access to quality education, mentorship, and the resources they need to create great futures. Taco Bell Foundation funding is also supporting our new ACT Prep Program for members

in grades 9-12 being piloted at the St. Charles Unit this summer.”

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County is one of more than 400 youth-serving organizations that will receive a portion of the $10 million in grants being presented by the Taco Bell Foundation this year. The grants are an example of the Taco Bell Foundation’s mission to fuel young people’s boldest educational ambitions.

“We are proud to support like-minded organizations through our Local Grants Program,” said Jennifer Bradbury, Interim Executive Director of the Taco Bell Foundation. “Together with these organizations, we work to break down barriers so students nationwide can continue creating and innovating. This $10 million is going back to those in our local communities who are most hungry to learn.”

Water’s Edge Banquet Center hosting St. Louis Bridal Show Since opening its doors less than two years ago, the Water’s Edge Banquet Center at St. Peters Golf Club has quickly become a favorite local wedding venue. On Aug. 15, Water’s Edge is hosting the St. Louis Bridal Show, the place to be for all the brides-to-be and every “I Do Crew” trying to nail down all those details for a spectacular and memorable event.

The show provides a one-stop experience to meet with many local wedding vendors and venues. While making progress planning that special day, attendees also will receive plenty of giveaways and the chance to win some exciting prizes. The grand prize will be a “Hot Air Balloon Adventure for Two.” Every bride will receive a $200 gift certificate. And, 20 lucky couples will win free wedding bands.

The Water’s Edge Banquet Center booth also will have giveaways, plus a prize basket that includes complimentary green fees at St. Peters Golf Club plus golf balls, candles, wine glasses, and other items to help you plan a date day golfing together followed by a relaxing time at Caddy’s along the scenic lake at St. Peters Golf Club.

And, don’t forget to snap some pics with your “I Do Crew” at the golf cart photo booth decked out with a “Happily Ever After” banner, floral arrangements and plenty of fun props.

Purchase tickets in advance for the event at bridestlouis.com. The cost is $12 per person and covers one two-hour session. One session is from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The other session goes from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

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Practice sun safety

Take steps toward a healthier lifestyle

By Dr. Courtney Crider

Every summer, we are reminded to practice good sun safety and for good reason — sun protection can decrease the risk of all types of skin cancer including melanoma, which is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Sun protection can also help prevent the development of wrinkles, brown spots and uneven skin tone/texture.

Block the sun, not the fun When we think of protecting our skin from the sun, the first thing that comes to mind is sunscreen. However, sunscreen alone may not be enough. Other precautions include seeking shade and wearing sun protective clothing such as long-sleeve UPF shirts, wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses. Sun safety does not mean you can’t be outside enjoying life. Rather, it means being smart and prepared so you do not get sunburned or tanned, both of which are signs of skin damage. In other words, “Block the sun, not the fun!”

Choose the right sunscreen It can be overwhelming to venture into the sunscreen aisle at the store. One of the most important things to consider is SPF, or sun protection factor. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends wearing a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 or higher, which will block about 97% of the sun’s rays. However, choosing SPF 50 or higher will likely give you better protection as we do not often use enough sunscreen to get the advertised SPF on the bottle.

You might also look for other features in your sunscreen. For example, if you have acne-prone skin, try an oil-free, non-comedogenic sunscreen. If you have sensitive skin, choose a sunscreen without fragrance or plant extracts. If you are swimming or sweating, use a water-resistant sunscreen (but still reapply frequently). Mineral sunscreens are safer for babies over six months of age and children, while chemical sunscreens tend to rub in easier. Spray sunscreens are fine

There isn’t a better time than now to start getting fit with health information and products so easily accessible. Simply incorporate the basics into your daily routine – good nutrition, adequate exercise and a daily supplement – and start down the path toward better health.

Plan a nutritious diet The Dietary Guidelines for Americans describes a healthy diet as one that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, nuts, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat milk products. It should be low in saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, salt and added sugar.

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as long as you spray close to your skin, rub in completely and do not inhale. At the end of the day, the best sunscreen is the one that you will wear!

Reapply — every day We are usually good about applying sunscreen when we first go outside, but the key is reapplying! You must reapply every two hours and after you swim or sweat. Sunscreen should be worn every day, rain or shine, and should be part of your daily routine. Put it by your toothbrush and apply it to your face, ears, neck and hands daily. Small amounts of sun every day add up to cause damage over time.

If you do accidentally get sunburned, seek shade immediately, apply cool compresses to the affected skin and stay hydrated. If you experience blistering, fevers or chills, seek medical attention. Also, if you notice any spots on your skin that are growing, changing or not healing, see a board-certified dermatologist. By taking proper precautions, you can still have fun in the sun while setting yourself up for healthy skin for years to come.

Courtney Crider, MD, is a dermatologist with Boonslick Medical Group. She sees patients at her office at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Crider, call 636-928-WELL.

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Warm weather makes fresh produce more easily accessible.

Eat more fruits and vegetables by setting freshly washed and prepared produce on the kitchen counter or at eye level in the fridge. At every meal, make sure half your plate is made up of fruit and vegetable servings.

One-fourth of your plate at every meal should be made up of grains, such as wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal or barley.

People who eat whole grains as part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases.

The remaining one-fourth of your plate should be lean or low-fat cuts of meat, plant-based protein or seafood.

Get regular exercise The Department of Health and Human Services recommends an adequate amount of exercise every day. This guide can point to the right amount of exercise to add to your schedule: • • •

Get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity every week. For best results, spread the time out over several days.

Do strength training exercises at least twice a week. Lifting weights builds muscle, which means the body burns more calories – even at rest.

It’s important to keep in mind that when people are active, they produce more free radicals. The antioxidants found in supplements can help buffer the negative effects of the workout.

Improving your diet, exercising regularly, taking a daily supplement and getting enough restorative sleep are all important steps to overall wellness. Work to incorporate each step into your daily routine until you reach your goal of good health, and find more health-conscious tips at eLivingToday.com.

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First African American presented with key to the city of St. Charles

Rising heat presents potential dangers for pets

Joseph Luckett – an internationally recognized author and business owner – was recently the first African American in St. Charles’ 250year history to receive the key to the city.

Luckett is the CEO and Founder of his threeyear-old company Zero to 100, an inclusive global networking movement co-founded with wife Carol. The debut of his bestselling book “Zero to 100: The Gold Standard of Global Networking” recently became a number one international best seller on Amazon within the first 43 hours of its launch.

Written by a minority networker who saw a lack of inclusive processes, Luckett’s “Zero to 100: The Gold Standard of Global Networking” serves as a blueprint to measurable networking via in-person and virtual opportunities. The book has received endorsements from industry leaders including Business Network International (BNI) founder and New York Times best-selling author Dr. Ivan Misner and Steven David Elliott, CVO of Rockstar Connect and author of “Mingle.”

This is one of the first networking books with scientifically proven statistical analysis based upon a real-world trial. Book participants in a 12-week research study reported 346% improvement in overcoming the challenges of networking, 296% improvement in the benefits of networking, and 170% increase in income.

A portion of the book’s proceeds will support Spirit of Discovery Park, a fully accessible

City of St. Peters ordinance requires all residents to provide adequate shelter and water for pets when they are outdoors, and that no animal should be within an enclosure or vehicle when weather conditions may be harmful to its health.

Recognize the symptoms of overheating in pets, which may include: excessive panting, drooling, weakness, seizures, diarrhea, and vomiting. Some animals are more susceptible to heat exhaustion, including: older/younger pets, overweight pets, sick pets, and pets with flat faces such as pugs and Persian cats.

Here are more tips to help keep your pets safe and comfortable in the heat: • WATER: Always try to have fresh, cool drinking water available, even if that means having multiple water bowls.

• SHADE: Make sure that there is plenty of shade when your pet is outside. As the sun changes, be aware of what shade is still available.

• EXERCISE: Don’t over-exercise your pet, especially midday.

Schedule walks for early morning or late afternoon/evening.

• WALKS: If you are walking your pets, try to keep them in the grass or dirt. Hot pavement is just as sensitive for pets’ paws as it is for our bare feet. The pads on their feet can burn and cause them to overheat more quickly. Before walking, press your hand on the pavement. If you can’t hold it there for five seconds, it’s too hot for your pets! After the walk, check your pet’s paws for pain or redness and use cold water to ease the burn.

• GROOMING: Your pet may need more or less fur in order to stay cool – check with a groomer or veterinarian to see what’s best for them.

For more information on Animal Control, go to the St. Peters Animal Control home page, and follow the St. Peters Health Department on Facebook.

Submitted photo (From left) Carol Luckett stands with Joseph Luckett and St. Charles Mayor Dan Borgmeyer.

theme park to be built in St. Louis for people of all abilities. In conjunction with his book’s release, Luckett is currently developing a social networking platform and app to measure networking success and create an offline culture.

“We at Zero to 100 are driven to create a more inclusive community both through networking education and giving back to the Spirit of Discovery Park,” said Luckett. “It is truly an honor – as both an African-American man and entrepreneur – to be recognized for my book which caters to people of all ethnicities, genders, races and abilities.”

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St. Charles DAR member wins national photography award The Saint Charles Chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution member, Megan Atchley was awarded first place in the American Heritage Black & White Photography Contest for her photo “A Moment of Prayer by Col. Latimer.” The award was announced during the National Awards Presentation portion of the Continental Congress.

Atchley said this about her winning composition, “I chose to depict my ancestor Col. Jonathan Latimer who was at the Battle of Saratoga.

I saw the picture of my model with his eyes closed and just felt that it was my ancestor, at the beginning of a pivotal battle when the outcome was uncertain, closing his eyes and praying for the American cause.”

“I took the photo of Mr. Koechig because I was going to do a painting! Even though I've had fibromyalgia since 2012, my health took a turn for the worse in August last year and I suddenly felt the worst physically I've ever felt in my life. I just didn't have the energy or pain level to paint so I chose to work on my photos as the contest entry instead. I would really like to thank my model, Mr. Marvin Koechig and give my thanks to the Fernando de Leyba chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution for their help. I also thank St. Charles County Parks and the Boone Home at Lindenwood Park for allowing me to do my photoshoot there.”

Submitted photos (Left) The Saint Charles Chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution member, Megan Atchley was awarded first place in the American Heritage Black & White Photography Contest. (Right) Megan Atchley’s photo “A Moment of Prayer by Col. Latimer” was awarded first place in the American Heritage Black & White Photography Contest.

Area’s first Wheel Fest ‘jam sessions’ roll out July 24 at St. Charles County’s Kinetic Park Get your wheels in motion for St. Charles County Parks’ newest event—Wheel Fest—where riders show off their best scooter and BMX skills in a fun summer “jam session.” The County Parks Department and Dialed Scooters & BMX are hosting this family-friendly event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., July 24, at Kinetic Park at 7801 Town Square Avenue in Dardenne Prairie.

Admission is free and the event is open to beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders of all ages; spectators are welcome.

This exciting event is taking place on the nation’s largest asphalt pump track and Missouri’s largest outdoor skate and bike course, both located at Kinetic Park. Participants will be vying for best line, best trick, and biggest send, and more. Prizes from Fuzion Pro Scooters, Triad Scooters, Tilt Scooters, Kink BMX, Oath Components, Dialed BMX Company, S1 Hemet Company, Lucky Scooters, Inferno Scooters, and Cinema BMX will be awarded. Spectators and riders will have the opportunity to win a BMX bike, scooter, and other prizes by entering a raffle. Tickets are $10 each and the winners will be drawn at the end of the contest; guests must be present to win.

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After the event, guests are invited to stay and enjoy the park until it closes at 10 p.m. Skateboards, roller blades, bikes, and scooters are permitted. Park features include the 30,000-squarefoot pump track with beginner, intermediate, and advanced sections and challenging jump line; the 33,000-square-foot skate and bike course with beginner, intermediate and advanced bowls that showcase several roll-in features; as well as a street course with trick rails; a snake run scattered with ramps, gaps and hubbas; nighttime lighting; and an inside complex with gaming area,

30-foot rock-climbing wall and concessions.

Space is limited and pre-registration is required by July 10 to participate in jam sessions.

Call Dialed Scooter & BMX at 636-265-2532 to reserve a spot!

All riders need a parent-signed waiver and a helmet to participate and must be over the age of 12 or in the sixth grade to ride without an adult present.

For a list of park rules, information on how to download the participation waiver, or if you have any other questions, please contact Kinetic Park at 636561-4964 or visit sccmo.org/ KineticPark.

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Voting for Cuivre River Electric Cooperative’s Board of Directors and a bylaw proposition opens on July 19 Voting for candidates to fill four, three-year term seats on Cuivre River Electric Cooperative’s (CREC) Board of Directors, and voting on a cooperative bylaw proposition opens on July 19. Candidates are as follows (incumbents have an asterisk following their name): • Lincoln County District 3: David R. Henke Sr., Michael “Mick” Burkemper*, John T. Waddell • Warren County District 2: David Avis, Steve Coffey (no incumbent in this district) • St. Charles County District 1: Bruce Miller, Mark Schulte* • St. Charles County District 5: David Schuler, Dale Anderson*, Darrell Dechant Also on the ballot is a proposition to amend the co-

operative bylaws to allow the board to specifically retire capital credits of inactive members.

The voting process is being handled by the independent firm of Survey and Ballot Systems (SBS), based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Candidate bios are available when voting via a secure internet site, by paper ballot, or in person. Bios are also be published in the August issue of Current Times/Rural Missouri. Members may vote online until 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 23, or by paper ballot which must be received at SBS by the close of business on Aug. 23.

Members also have the option to vote in person at the CREC’s Annual Meeting at 4 p.m. on Aug. 26 at the cooperative’s headquarters in Troy.

While members are welcome to attend the Annual Meeting, the meeting will also be streamed live online to view. To access, please visit cuivre.com on Aug. 26.

A reminder for members who choose to

attend the meeting in person – the format of the meeting, which was modified in 2019 – means that there will not be any food, entertainment, or registration gifts.

However, all members who cast a vote (online, paper, or in person) will be entered into a drawing for free electricity. Attendance at the meeting is not required to be eligible for voting participation prizes; the winners of these prizes will be announced in the week following the meeting. The complete slate of winners will also be posted in CREC’s monthly newsletter, Current Times, on the CREC website, social media channels, and in CREC Connections, the cooperative’s e-newsletter.

“There is still an opportunity to win prizes – if you vote,” said Chris Ryan, manager of member services and IT. “Members do not have to attend the annual meeting to win. They simply need to vote.”

For further information, contact Ryan at 636-6954831/email cryan@cuivre.com

Milestone opens new corporate headquarters in St. Charles Milestone Equipment Holdings, a national leader in transportation equipment leasing solutions, announced the opening of its new corporate headquarters in the vibrant Streets of St. Charles complex effective June 21.

This custom-built office features abundant natural light, an open floor plan and flexible workspaces to support the collaborative culture of the local team. Additionally, it features spacious training and meeting facilities to support the company’s learning and development initiatives and other needs of team members throughout its nationwide branch network.

“We are very excited about the move to our

new office and our ability to design it from the ground up,” said Don Clayton, Milestone’s chief executive officer. “We have experienced tremendous growth the past few years, and this move allows us to better meet the current and future needs of our entire team and our customers. Just as importantly, the dynamic environment at the Streets of St. Charles provides a convenient and productive experience for visiting team members and guests, while furthering our efforts to be an employer of choice in our local market.”

The address of Milestone’s new corporate headquarters is 1520 S. Fifth Street, Suite 270, St. Charles.

Dardenne Prairie receives prestigious international economic development award The city of Dardenne Prairie recently received the Community Impact award from Business Retention and Expansion International (BREI).

BREI has members throughout the United States and Canada whose mission is to, “strengthen the connections between companies and the community while encouraging each business to grow in the community.” The award for Best Business Retention Program for a city under 20,000 residents was awarded to Dardenne Prairie during BREI’s 2021 Annual Conference. The program earning this honor is “Retention Through Relocation” program.

“Retention Through Relocation” has successfully gained the trust of many Dardenne Prairie businesses as a problem-solving resource for retention and expansion. The organization measures success by the number of businesses retained or working to find solutions within the community. In addition, they focus on tangible evidence such as follow-up meetings between landlords, city staff, and business owners. Sig-

nificant effort is being expended to identify and categorize possible sites for relocation for effected businesses, along with the network of contacts for each site.

“Businesses are always in a state of change and evolution,” explained John Gotway, Mayor of Dardenne Prairie. “To be successful in retaining existing businesses in our community, Dardenne Prairie becomes a team with our local business owners and offers them solutions to their needs.

When our community businesses are successful, Dardenne Prairie will remain successful.”

Ryan Kelly, Executive Director of Business Retention and Expansion International (BREI), states, “We are very proud of the city of Dardenne Prairie for their work with the ‘Retention Through Relocation’ program. Retaining and growing local businesses is critical to any community, but especially in a post-COVID. Dardenne Prairie exemplifies how economic developers are excelling in supporting their local communities.”

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SSM celebrating St. Charles County’s newest residents

Submitted photos America isn’t the only one celebrating a birthday this week. The nurses in the Family Birthplace at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – Lake Saint Louis made sure the smallest patients were decked out in red, white and blue for their big debut. Congratulations to all the families who welcomed their special delivery just in time for the 4th of July!

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The events listed in this section are the latest updates as of press time, please check with individual sites for the most up to date cancellations and reschedule info.

EVENTS July 21: Public speaker

In 1984, Darryl Burton was wrongly convicted of a murder in St. Louis. He was proven innocent and exonerated after serving over 24 years in prison.

Darryl travels the globe to share his story and powerful message of hope and forgiveness and will be speaking at SunRise Church (7116 Twin Chimneys Blvd. in O’Fallon) at 7 p.m. This is a free event but RSVP’s are required at sunrisefamily.org/life.

July 24: Race to Remember

Race to Remember takes place at 7 a.m. at 370 Lakeside Park in St Peters.

Register at https://register.chronotrack. com/r/60934.

July 31: Outdoor concert and food truck festival

The Hulapoppers Outdoor Concert and Food Truck Festival takes place from 5 – 8 p.m. at SunRise Church at 7116 Twin Chimneys Blvd in O’Fallon. Free admission, food trucks cost extra.

Aug. 7-8: Youth orchestra auditions

The St. Charles County Youth Orchestra will audition music students on Aug. 7 and Aug 8 to be placed in one of three ensembles. The orchestra accepts all levels of string, wind, brass, and percussion. Audition requirements and excerpts are on the website. The orchestra rehearses on Saturdays starting in September and has a program that will allow students to participate in both school marching band and orchestra. For more information, please email sccyomusic@gmail.com or visit www. sccyo.org.

Sept. 25: Craft fair

Tri County Citizens Advisory Board to Probation and Parole, Probation and Parole District 17, Missouri Department of Correction invites you to their eighth annual Christmas in September Craft Fair at Calvary Church at 3998

Mid Rivers Mall Drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters are needed for more information please contact Esther Angelos at marlofan@charter.net or 636441-0329 or 314-477-5096.

Sept. 25 Walk To End Alzheimer’s St Charles County

Walk To End Alzheimer’s St Charles County registration begins at 8 a.m. at St Charles Community College. Register earlier at alz.org/sccwalk.

ONGOING EVENTS Mondays: Optimist Club meetings

The Wentzville/Lake St. Louis Optimist Club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Wentzville IHOP, 10 Layla Lane, Wentzville, MO.. For more information contact Ed Jurotich at 314-560-1868.

Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly

Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. We meet at Memorial Hall in Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph St. in St. Charles. For more information contact Joyce at 636206-5306.

Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly

TOPS meet every Monday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 8945 Veterans Memorial Hwy in O’Fallon. Meetings at 9:30 a.m. with weigh in beginning at 8:30 a.m. For more information please call Linda Wilcox at 636-4479056.

Mondays: Parent support group

Because I Love You, (BILY), Gateway parent support group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at 801 First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles. For information and directions, please contact the helpline at 314-993-7550 or email gateway_parent_help@yahoo.com. BILY is a pro-

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gram of self-help for parents of troubled children (all ages). We are not professionals, but parents helping each other.

The meetings are free to attend.

Mondays: NAMI St. Louis Con nection Recovery Support Group

If you have mental health concerns and need support, please come on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ at 1703 Old Highway 94 South in St. Charles.

Mondays: Alcoholics Anonymous

If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 636970-0013.

Mondays: Seasoned eye carvers meeting

Meetings are held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the St. Charles Senior Citizens Center at 1455 Fairgrounds (near the Bass Pro Shop). Visitors are always welcome.

For more information visit http://www. stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp at cwsapp@charter. net.

Mondays: practice

Choral Arts Singers

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required.

See www.concertarts.org.

Mondays: St. Charles County Council of the Blind meetings

Business meetings are held on the first Monday of each month unless otherwise specified. Currently, during the COVID pandemic, meetings are held via conference call, starting at 6:45 pm.

For more information, contact Beverly Kaskadden at 636-561-6947.

Mondays: St. Peters Rotary Club

Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary. org.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: Fitness First Exercise Class 9:30-10:30 a.m., American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville.

314-369-6521.

Mondays and Thursdays: Bridge

St. Peters Senior Center plays bridge from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday and Thursdays, and would love to have any player, regardless of skill level, to join in.

Call Mary Ann at 636-397-0866 if you are interested in playing on Monday or Thursday morning.

Mondays: American Legion Post 388 Meets

Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall, 607 Westridge Dr., O’Fallon, 636-2190553.

Mondays: Measurement Mondays:

10 a.m. - 12 noon at the ST. Charles Health Deparment in the Upper Level Conference room. Measurement Mondays is a family-friendly breastfeeding support group. We are open to all moms and moms-to-be who are

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • July 14, 2021 breastfeeding or interested in breastfeeding. The group is supported by the St Charles County WIC program so there will be information about the program available at each meeting. Each meeting will be a little different than the last. There will be baby weigh-ins, introductions, games, interactive education, group conversation, and even snacks.

Mondays and Wednesdays: Tai Chi for arthritis class

Every Monday and Wednesday a Tai Chi for arthritis class, sponsored by the city of St. Charles Parks and Recreation, takes place from 9:15 - 10 a.m. at Web-

ster Park across from the Family Arena.

This is a class that is taught nationally to manage arthritis and to prevent falls.

For more information call 636-9493372.

Tuesdays: Women’s AA weekly meeting

Candlelighters Women in Recovery meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Dardenne Prairie Presbyterian Church (enter at Adam Lamb pre-School, turn left) at 7400 South Outer 364 at the corner with Bryan Road.

Tuesdays: Cribbage Club

Meets every Tuesday, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

at The Falls Golf Course Clubhouse.

Relaxed, friendly play and is open to all. Call 314-954-3364 for more information.

Tuesdays: Seniors group

Please join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a gathering for senior adults. There will be lunch (no charge), cards and bingo (no charge), community program referrals, occasional health and wellness presentations and clergy available upon request. The event takes place at Church of the Transfiguration at1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake Saint Louis. For more information call 636-561-8951.

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Tuesdays: Optimist Club meeting

For more information contact Jack Ross at 314-287-0569 or jack-ross@att.net.

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The St. Charles Optimist Club meets Tuesdays at noon at Pio’s Restaurant.

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Sports

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Sports you see with Gary B . . .

High ranking honor for golfer at UMSL University of Missouri-St. Louis graduate Emma Thorngren has been named to the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) Academic All-District At-Large Team.

Thorngren, who graduated in May with a degree in mathematics, is now eligible for CoSIDA Academic All-America honors.

She capped a standout five-year career by earning First Team All-America honors and became the university’s only second student-athlete (male or female) to graduate as a four-time All-American.

In her final season on the links, she posted a scoring average of 73.73, recording seven top-three finishes with three individual titles, including the GLVC championship, and was named the GLVC Player of the Year. Thorngren also placed third at the NCAA East Regional and tied for 42nd at the NCAA DII Championship.

In addition to leaving the program as a five-time all-region and five-time allGLVC honoree, she also owns nearly every school record, including career wins (eight) and stroke average (75.18). *Leader of the pack on the links Golf team has several earn All-American honors at Lindenwood The Lindenwood University women’s golf team secured five spots on the WGCA

All-American Scholar list. Josefina Haupt, Alexis Montgomery, McKenna Montgomery, Becca Oertel, and Addasyn Zeller were honored for earning a cumulative GPA of 3.5 during the year.

Haupt led the team on the course as she earned all-GLVC recognition. Haupt posted an average score of 77.9 with a low round of 70.

Montgomery scored a 77.5 per round as she matched the team-best of a 70 for her lowest round.

Montgomery and Zeller were nearly even with average scores of 83.6 and 83.3, respectively.

Oertel played seven rounds during the year and posted an average score of 87.1, including a personal best 78 as her low score.

Lindenwood won two tournaments in the fall portion of the season, and placed fourth in the GLVC Championships to close out the season.

Haupt was the team leader in three tournaments, and took second on the squad in two other tournaments while Montgomery led the team in four tournaments, including the Dan Salisbury Memorial and Bearcat Dual Gender, in which she was the overall winner.

The Women’s Golf Coaches Association, founded in 1983, is a non-profit organization representing women’s collegiate golf coaches. The WGCA was formed to encourage the playing of college golf for women in correlation with a general objective of education and in accordance with the highest tradition of intercollegiate competition. Today, the WGCA represents over 650 coaches throughout the U.S. and is dedicated to educating, promoting and recognizing both its members and the student-athletes they represent. *Congratulations on being a part of the elite group

Ambush announce their league is set to go The St. Louis Ambush is a professional soccer team that plays in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) east division with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles starting in the fall.

MASL Commissioner Keith Tozer reported teams would play a full 24-game schedule that will run from late November through early April of 2022, with playoffs to follow.

This follows a season where seven of 16 teams competed in a shortened regular season due to COVID-19.

For more information go to www.STLAmbush.com *Back to normal

Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, among many other activities.

I am currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www.PrimeTimeSTL. com. It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.

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Recipe: A Fruity Sprinkle Surprise To kids, birthday parties are a big deal and only happen once a year. From the decorations to their friends and all the sweet, delicious treats to devour, it can be an overwhelming amount of excitement and awe.

They receive gifts, get to have fun with their friends and family, and get to snack on treats they typically don’t have on a regular basis. This is part of what makes birthdays so fun.

It can be a lot of pressure for parents, though. You want everything to be perfect and fall in line with expectations, especially

when it comes to the food and treats served to everyone that day.

At the next party you’re hosting, try this delightful Fruity Sprinkles Smoothie that fits the theme for nearly any colorful birthday bash.

It’s made with frozen blueberries, frozen strawberries and frozen mango for a healthier alternative to sugar-filled birthday cake. Topped with fluffy, fun whipped cream and mini sprinkles, it still provides a sweet, festive treat. Plus, this smoothie can be made in a matter of minutes using only one kitchen appliance for easy clean up.

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To make it, blend frozen blueberries, frozen strawberries, frozen mango, milk and yogurt until well combined.

Pour the mixture into four smoothie glasses and garnish each with whipped cream and sprinkles to add some extra color.

It’s that easy to make and even better to enjoy while watching your kid make wonderful memories with friends and family.

If you made this recipe at home, use #MyCulinaryConnection on your favorite social network to share your work.

Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all the digits 1 through 9.

Fruity Sprinkles Smoothie Servings: 4

Ingredients: • 1cup frozen blueberries • 2 cups frozen strawberries • 1 cup frozen mango • 11/2 cups milk

• 1 carton (6 ounces) vanilla yogurt • whipped cream • sprinkles

Directions: • In blender, blend blueberries, strawberries, mango, milk and yogurt until combined.

• Pour smoothie into four glasses. Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkles.

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‘Superman’ and ‘Goonies’ director Richard Donner passes away at age 91

Movie:

By Steve Bryan

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

Although Stan Lee and Marvel Studios typically receive credit for the cinematic superhero bonanza, Richard Donner arguably started the ball rolling with 1978’s “Superman.” Donner, who passed away on July 5 at the age of 91, directed films ranging from 1976’s terrifying “The Omen” to the hilarious pairing of Mel Gibson and Danny Glover in the “Lethal Weapon” franchise. Those who came of age in the 1980s will no doubt remember “The Goonies,” a youthful adventure that spoke to those of us who didn’t quite fit in. Donner even directed the inimitable Bill Murray in the hilarious holi- Photo courtesy IMDb.com day-themed film “Scrooged.”

Donner and his crew quickly set the bar high Prior to 1978, men and women in capes, for superhero films. He and his crew shot the masks and tights were more common on teleoriginal film and the sequel at the same time, vision than the big screen. A tongue-in-cheek but, according to Wikipedia, tensions with version of “Batman” became a small-screen the producers temporarily halted work on the hit in the late 1960’s thanks to its colorful vilsecond film. The late Christopher Reeve skilllains and catch phrases. Nicholas Hammond, fully played both mild-mannered Clark Kent the actor who played Friedrich in 1965’s “The and his heroic alter ego in four films. Reeve Sound of Music,” starred in the CBS live acembodied Clark perfectly and could become tion series “The Amazing Spider-Man” in the Superman as easily as he took off his glasslate 1970’s. Around the same time, actor Reb es. Despite the other men who wore the cape Brown played Captain America in two TV and tights, many fans believe that Christopher movies (Chris Evans’ more recent portrayal Reeve is the one true Superman. of Steve Rogers wiped out all prior versions of Looking at his credits, it’s clear that Richthe character).

ard Donner managed radically different films throughout his career. His sense of humor permeated his work, especially the “Lethal Weapon” movies. Under his direction, Mel Gibson played Martin Riggs, a policer officer on the edge who becomes partners with straight-laced homicide detective Roger Murtaugh (Glover). Gibson kicks off the film with a drug deal scene that is both funny and incredibly violent at the same time. In the first sequel, the outrageous Joe Pesci plays a federal witness who gives the detectives a crash course in money laundering.

On the heels of “Lethal Weapon,” the director’s funny bone made “Scrooged” a huge holiday hit. Before “Ghostbusters II” hit the big screen months later, Bill Murray played a television executive in this retelling of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Murray’s character, Frank Cross, must examine his past and present behavior with the help of a few abusive spirits. Donner’s direction and the inspired casting of Bill Murray and Carol Kane made this film a holiday classic.

Richard Donner left a legacy of great films for movie fans. Rest in peace, Mr. Donnor, and thank you for your life, work and humor.

You will be missed.

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The City of St. John is accepting bids to overlay St. Charles Ln. (total project approximately 2700 s.y. from Lindscott to Endicott) with three (3”) inches compacted HMA (1” wedge course; 2” driving mat). General bidding instructions, technical speciications for this project and prevailing wage Order No. 28 may be picked up at St. John City Hall, 8944 St. Charles Rock Road, St. John, MO 63114. HMA will be paid in tons, which price will include preparation, tack coat, and other necessary incidentals including but not limited to adjusting manhole covers. The City will employ its own manpower and resources to remove and replace concrete and asphalt curbing if manp necessary. Performance and payment bonds shall be required. Bids for this work will be accepted until 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 30, 2021 at which time they shall be publicly opened and read. Bids should be submitted on the City’s bid form which will allow the City of determine cost per ton of asphalt as well as projected total cost. Bids shall be submitted to the Public Works Director at the above address in a sealed envelope with “St. Charles Ln. Project” written on the lower left of the envelope. Bidders are advised to pay close attention to the mix design and submittal requirements of this project. No work will be allowed until the mix design has been submitted and approved by the City.

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Say this prayer 9 times a day for 9 days, then publish. Your prayers will be answered.

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Yeggs

John Hanna

Crossword: MOTTOES AND SLOGANS

‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.

Moore on Life

By Cindy Moore

HISSING HOT We’ve been dealing with a heatwave for the last two weeks. It’s in the triple digits and has been like living in the fiery pit of hell.

What is this stuff?! The heat is so bad here we’ve had to turn on the oven just to cool things down.

My husband got up extra early and went out to work in the yard before things really started to heat up. He came back five minutes later.

“Why are you in so soon?” I asked.

“Too blasted hot already!” he said as the sweat drizzled down his face.

I noticed he was barefoot and had left his shoes out on the porch.

“Why didn’t you bring your shoes in?”

“I had no choice. The soles melted into the cement.”

“Wow! Well you better stay in for a while.”

We watched as the temperature surged to over 100 degrees and still rose. There wasn’t much point in going back into the yard. By that time everything green had incinerated anyway. I asked my husband if he was ready to eat something.

“Yes, I’m starved. What’s for lunch?” he asked.

“Popsicles.”

“That’s not enough. I’m a man. A man needs protein.”

“Fine, how about hamburger?”

“Barbequed?”

“No, frozen.”

“Sounds good, I’ll fire up the grill.”

“Not to cook on I hope.”

“No way, I’m going to stand in front of it to cool off.”

“Good idea.”

We ate our frozen burger-sicles while the grill brought the temperature down a few notches.

I dropped a cup of ice cubes down the front of my

shirt and said, “Something’s got to change. This heat is going to be the death of us.”

Just then my husband’s phone rang. He answered, “Uh huh, yes we’ve got it here. We can ship it back to you ASAP. No problem. And I’d say it’s about time too!”

He hung up and said, “The nerve!”

“Who was that?” I asked.

“Oh, it was just Satan. He wants his weather back.”

Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation?

Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.

The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

ACROSS 1. 1965 march site 6. Bottle top 9. Dried up 13. Can’t see the forest for this?

14. *____ You Need is Love 15. ____-upper 16. End of a poem 17. Filmmaker Spike 18. Like a good athlete?

19. *”Tastes So Good, Cats Ask for It by Name” 21. *”The Quicker Picker Upper” 23. Duke of Cambridge to Prince of Wales 24. Blood vessel 25. The Jackson 5 1970 hit 28. Plural of velum 30. Havanese or Pekingese 35. High school formal 37. What the phone did 39. Abrupt increase 40. *____ John’s: “Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.”

41. Working shoelaces 43. Island east of Java 44. Shockingly graphic 46. Hurtful remark 47. Design detail 48. Canine’s coat 50. Law school prerequisite, acr.

52. a.k.a. Tokyo

53. Muscovite or biotite 55. Uber alternative 57. *”Let’s Go Places” advertiser 60. *”Can You Hear Me Now?” advertiser 64. On the fritz 65. Wharton degree 67. Upholstery choice 68. Bell-bottoms bottom 69. Emergency responder, acr.

70. Prenatal test, for short 71. Medieval Northern European 72. Be obliged 73. Reconnaissance, for short DOWN 1. Part of a flute 2. Marine eagle 3. What malevolent and levorotary have in common 4. Jellicles’ cries 5. Isaac of science fiction fame 6. Burnt metal residue 7. India pale ____ 8. Annapolis frosh 9. Leo or Virgo, e.g.

10. Sign above a door 11. Count on 12. Before, poetically 15. Floras’ partners 20. Apathetic 22. Crude fuel

24. Flavoring from Madagascar 25. *”Think Different” advertiser 26. Former Milwaukee Brewer All Star Ryan 27. Dried coconut meat 29. *”Betcha Can’t Eat Just One” advertiser 31. Drinking establishments 32. Blind alternative 33. Checked out 34. *”So Easy, a Caveman Can Do It” advertiser 36. Disfigure 38. African migrants 42. Actress turned princess of Monaco 45. Lower a rank 49. Ignited 51. Tooth decay agent 54. Tarantino in his own movie, e.g.

56. Biotic community 57. Story “of Two Cities” 58. October stone 59. Nomad’s round house 60. Flower holder 61. Dietary mineral 62. Medley 63. Ne 64. *”It’s Finger Lickin’ Good” 66. *”The Ultimate Driving Machine” SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9